Strengthening Francophone immigration for Canada's development

Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced new support measures for francophone immigration today in New Brunswick. He said the flow of francophones has contributed significantly to Canada's economic progress and strengthened French-speaking minorities. Francophone immigration is seen by the minister as key to boosting the labor force across the country:

"Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in strengthening our national identity. The numerous measures we are implementing will attract skilled Francophone workers who will support the economic and cultural development of these communities."

Marc Miller has announced the launch of a number of specific initiatives that should increase the flow of French-speaking immigrants to Canada beyond Quebec.

1. Recruitment support to address skills shortages — simplifying the search and registration of foreign employees.
2. The Welcoming Francophone Communities initiative, which includes funding for 14 communities for the economic and sociocultural integration of Francophones, and the inclusion of 10 more communities in the program.
3. Funding for an innovative new project to remove barriers to Francophone immigration.
4. Keeping the statistics — in December 2023, Canada met the target for Francophone immigration, which ultimately accounted for 4.7% of the total (with an expected minimum result of 4.4%).

All these measures are planned to help achieve the new targets: the proportion of francophone immigrants is projected to reach 6% in 2024, 7% in 2025 and 8% in 2026.

In 2023, a total of more than 19,600 francophone immigrants settled in francophone communities outside Quebec.

The Canadian Government is committed to working with the provinces and territories to further strengthen francophone minorities and ensure their long-term prosperity.